32. Salt Lake City, UT

When you think of Salt Lake City, you probably think of Mormons. There is very good reason for that too... the city and the state are basically run by the Mormons. The bar scene is a lot of fun once you figure out how to get into one. For most of the downtown establishments, you need a membership or a member to sponsor you. Most of the people there are usually kind enough to sponsor you as long as you promise not to start any trouble. If you simply talk to the people there and show them that you are not threatening, they may even give you a temporary membership during your stay in the area (that's what happened to my buddy Grady and I). Just sweet-talk the bartender and befriend the regulars, and you'll be set. The people seem a little more conservative than most, but many of them can cut loose and have a good time.Outside of town is the Great Salt Lake Desert. If you are passing through town on your way west, make sure to stop and see this. It appears to be a large desert of flat sand, but it is all actually salt. Sometimes there is a small layer of water, but you can still explore the area risk-free. Mountains line the border on all sides, and the highway cuts through it. It makes for some surreal pictures.